Could Fish Consumption Reduce the Risk of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy?
Summary
New research explores the link between fish consumption and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
A new prospective study from Japan explored whether fish consumption before and during pregnancy is linked to hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, including gestational hypertension and preeclampsia. Researchers analyzed data from women in Japan, examining fish, n-3 and n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) intake across different stages of pregnancy. The results reveal an intriguing pattern that may have implications for preconception and prenatal nutrition.
- Image title： Fish Consumption Before and During Pregnancy: What Does the Evidence Show?
- Image caption： Prospective study from Japan explores the potential link between fish consumption before and during pregnancy and the risk of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
- Credit：Professor Kei Hamazaki from University of Toyama, Japan
- License type：Original content
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Research Details
Could Fish Consumption Reduce the Risk of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy?[PDF, 555KB]
Reference
Title of original paper
Association of the maternal fish and PUFA intake with the risk of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy: a nationwide birth cohort—The Japan Environment and Children’s Study (JECS)
Journal
European Journal of Nutrition
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00394-026-04103-7
Additional information for EurekAlert
Latest Article Publication Date
8 September 2026
Method of Research
Data/statistical analysis
Subject of Research
People
Conflicts of Interest Statement
Kei Hamazaki has received lecture honoraria from Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., Suntory Wellness Ltd., JCR Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Pfizer Japan Inc., and Kensho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., for presentations related to n-3 PUFAs. All other authors report no conflicts of interest.
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